Getting Started with AWS Cloud
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Table of Contents
- About AWS Cloud
- Simple architecture diagram
- Prerequisites
- Creating your AWS account
- Next steps
- FAQs
- Troubleshooting
About AWS Cloud
AWS (Amazon Web Services) is a set of on-demand, pay-as-you-go cloud services such as:
- Virtual servers (EC2)
- File storage (S3)
- Managed databases (RDS)
- Other managed services
You run applications and store data without owning hardware, scale on demand, and pay only for what you use. Key benefits: scalability, global regions, and built-in security tools.
Simple architecture diagram
Prerequisites
- Valid email address
- Credit or debit card
- Valid phone number
- Web browser and internet access
Creating your AWS Account
- Open your browser and go to https://aws.amazon.com/.
- Click Create account.
- Enter your email in Root user email address and choose an AWS account name.
- Verify your email address. (Or sign in to an existing AWS account if applicable.)
- Verify your identity using the code sent to your phone.
- Choose Free or Paid account plan and click Continue.
- Add personal details and accept terms; click Verify and continue.
- Enter billing details; click Verify and continue.
- Confirm identity via SMS or voice call: select country code, enter mobile number, click Send SMS or Call me now.
- Enter the PIN received and select Confirm your identity.
- On Registration Confirmation, click Go to the AWS Management Console.
Next steps
- Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for account security.
- Create an IAM user for daily use (do not use root).
- Explore core services: EC2, S3, RDS.
- Set billing alerts.
- Try tutorials: https://aws.amazon.com/getting-started
FAQs
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Q: Is there a free way to access AWS?
A: Yes. Use the AWS Free Tier for eligible services for a limited period.
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Q: How can I avoid unexpected charges?
A: Set up billing alerts and review Cost Explorer regularly.
Troubleshooting
- Problem: Cannot sign up for an AWS account.
Fix: Verify phone number and billing details, try a different browser, or contact AWS Support.